James M. Ariel
November 20, 1951 - December 25, 2021
James M. Ariel, age 70 passed away peacefully on December 25, 2021. Beloved husband of Bonita (née Atilano); Loving and Cherished father of Vanessa (Dan) Medlin and Natalie (Nate) Wolfe; Proud Poppa of Issac Daniel and Isabel Marie; Son of the late Robert Ariel and late Pauline Ariel; Dear brother of Karen (Michael) Pritts and Linda (Richard) Reese; Loyal friend, uncle, nephew and cousin to many. James retired in 2011 from the ATU Local 241 where he worked as a CTA bus Mechanic for over 30 years. He still lived in his childhood home, in McKinley Park, where he was a resident for 60 years. He enjoyed The Rolling Stones, NASCAR and spending time outdoors at his vacation home in Michigan. His retirement was spent being a chauffeur for his wife and enjoying every second he could with his grandchildren. “Say not in grief he is no more, but live in thankfulness that he was” ~ Hebrew Proverb Due to Covid restrictions, all funeral arrangements will be private and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. Jude Cancer Research Organization in Jim’s honor.
James M. Ariel, age 70 passed away peacefully on December 25, 2021. Beloved husband of Bonita (née Atilano); Loving and Cherished father of Vanessa (Dan) Medlin and Natalie (Nate) Wolfe; Proud Poppa of Issac Daniel and Isabel Marie; Son of the... View Obituary & Service Information